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Government’s Koala Baseline Survey results questioned

THE North East Forest Alliance (NEFA) has questioned the NSW Government’s Koala baseline assessments, saying that a review has found the Government’s models of koala densities broad and inaccurate. This includes claims that cleared paddocks near Kyogle have higher densities of koalas than the Great Koala National Park (GKNP). NEFA says the survey results, often […]

Police

Illegal, high-power e-bikes to be crushed in crackdown

POLICE will get extra powers to seize and destroy illegal e-bikes that officials say are fuelling anti-social behaviour. Mirroring a move made in WA, NSW Police will be able to crush non-compliant, high-powered e-bikes including so-called ‘fat bikes’ and other throttle-only devices. The move responded to a controversial social media video that showed a group […]

Community, Health

Community invited to third Care and Connection day in Nambucca Heads

FOLLOWING the strong turnout and positive response to the Care and Connection Day held late last year, another community-focused event is set to take place in Nambucca Heads later this month. The third Care and Connection Day will be held on Wednesday 18 February from 11am to 2pm at 54 Mumbler Street, Nambucca Heads, bringing […]

Hypothetical

Legal Hypothetical: elder abuse, a cautionary tale

KAREN is concerned that her elderly mother, Mary, is lacking the ability to manage her affairs. Karen makes an appointment with a solicitor, with a view to drafting a Power of Attorney and an Appointment of Enduring Guardian for Mary. Karen is present at the appointment with the solicitor and she does most of the […]

Opinion

Opinion: Farewell to the Nambucca Silver Screen

The cinema team gathered to reminisce as they began the process of packing up. Photo: supplied. Kieren Dell with filmmakers and actors Clayton and Shane Jacobsen at the Brothers Nest premiere. Photo: supplied. The Jacobsen brothers left their mark in the men’s toilets. Photo: supplied. Renowned rock historian Glen A. Baker outside the cinema in […]

Jasminda's Advice

On the couch with Jasminda

Dear Jasminda, Kids on e-bikes are on the rise. How do we share the road safely with them? Hayley S. Dear Hayley, Having recently observed two young girls powering across a T-intersection on their e-bikes without looking left or right, and after conversations with friends who have similar stories, the safety issue you raise is […]

Local News

Waterfall Way landslip active and unstable

The landslip near Gordonville Crossing is still moving. Bellingen Shire Mayor Steve Allan and GM Mark Griffioen inspected the site with Roads Minister Jenny Aitchison, Oxley MP Michael Kemp and engineers and work crews. BELLINGEN Shire Council is continuing to work with Transport for NSW and the State Government as the landslip on Waterfall Way […]

Entertainment

Open Streets Festival returns to Macksville’s riverside

The Open Streets Festival in Macksville will culminate in a fireworks display along the Nambucca River. The wildly popular Open Streets Festival of 2024 drew huge crowds to Macksville. Folk singer Billie-Jo Porter and retro-soul group Mastersonics will headline the program. MACKSVILLE’S riverside precinct will once again host the sounds of locally produced live music […]

Entertainment

Showing why ‘Laughing Matters’ at Bowraville’s Phoenix

Thirty original cartoons feature in the exhibition at the Phoenix Art Gallery in Bowraville. Local artist Dan Boermans has created a space to laugh. AN EXHIBITION of humorous cartoons, created by local artist and business owner Dan Boermans, is currently on view at the Phoenix Art Gallery in Bowraville. The free exhibition is called “Laughing […]

Community

The life of Gumbaynggirr Man Colin Jarrett is told in a new book by Tamara McWilliam

LOCAL author Tamara McWilliam officially launched her latest novel, The Final Sunset, in Macksville last week at the Elk on 38 Cafe, with the story of identity, culture and resilience taking centre stage. Based on the true-life journey of respected Gumbaynggirr man Colin Jarrett, the novel explores a life shaped by both Sioux (Native American) […]